UPMC Heritage Place is a large senior living and skilled nursing facility located in Pittsburgh, with a capacity of 143 beds. As a nonprofit, corporately owned center, it offers a range of services tailored to both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs. Individuals looking for transitional medical support after a hospital stay, as well as those seeking ongoing assistance with daily living activities, find accommodation and care at UPMC Heritage Place. The facility participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a broad spectrum of residents.
The center provides comprehensive nursing care, averaging around four and a half hours of nursing staff attention per resident each day. This level of staffing supports residents who may require regular medical interventions, such as medication administration or management of feeding tubes, as well as those who need help with daily activities like eating, moving, and personal hygiene. UPMC Heritage Place also prioritizes preventative health, with a high percentage of residents receiving annual flu vaccinations.
Resident safety and well-being are addressed through a structured program aimed at minimizing falls and major injuries, assisting with infection prevention, and ensuring that any issues related to nutrition or medication are managed promptly. The facility has implemented procedures to reduce infections and serious medical complications, such as hospital visits resulting from infections acquired during rehabilitation stays. For residents in short-term rehabilitation, efforts are made to maximize each individual’s potential to return home, with over half of discharged short-term residents being able to do so.
Dining and food service at UPMC Heritage Place are designed to meet the nutritional needs of residents, with menus prepared and reviewed by qualified dietary staff to ensure both variety and balanced nutrition. Meals are served in accordance with professional standards, with attention to factors such as palatability, safety, and attractiveness. Food sourcing and storage also adhere to rigorous guidelines.
UPMC Heritage Place is committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for its residents. This includes ongoing education and training of staff in abuse prevention, accurate resident assessment, and maintaining robust infection control policies. Regular state inspections ensure that facility standards for health, safety, food service, and waste management are met. Through a combination of medical expertise, attentive daily care, and a focus on residents’ quality of life, UPMC Heritage Place strives to help each resident achieve the highest possible level of independence and well-being during their stay.
